Forensic Psychology Diploma

Level 3 / NCFE Certificate / PI222

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Forensic psychologists are concerned with the application of psychology to the criminal justice system. The Forensic Psychology Diploma will give you an understanding of the psychological processes related to criminal behaviour.

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Forensic Psychologists are concerned with the application of psychology to the criminal justice system, and with understanding the psychological processes related to criminal behaviour. They are sometimes known as ‘criminal psychologists’ or ‘investigative psychologists’. Forensic psychology is often perceived as concerning criminal investigation and profiling. While this is one aspect it is not the only one, forensic also relates to the assessment and treatment of criminal behaviour.

They are sometimes known as 'criminal psychologists' or 'investigative psychologists'. Forensic psychology is often perceived as concerning criminal investigation and profiling. While this is one aspect it is not the only one, forensic psychology also relates to the assessment and treatment of criminal behaviour. Forensic psychologists work not only with prisoners and offenders but also other professionals involved in the judicial and penal systems. In this Forensic Psychology Diploma we will adopt a research perspective to forensic psychology, beginning with a brief introduction to research methodologies followed by a very basic introduction to statistics for research.

Forensic psychologists work not only with prisoners and offenders but also other professions involved in the judicial and penal systems. In this Forensic Psychology Diploma we will adopt a research perspective to forensic psychology, beginning with a brief introduction to research methodologies followed by a very basic introduction to statistics for research.

The Forensic Psychology Diploma examines the psychology of violent crime and gives the student the opportunity to conduct their own research into the links between a particular mental disorder of their choice, and violent crime. Following on from this the Forensic Psychology Diploma makes a brief examination of serial murder and the different causal factors that have been put forward as contributing to the development of the serial killer.

The students is then invited to use their learning to date, together with their own research, to explore three serial killers and to produce a report of approximately five hundred words. Which examines the personas of the chosen serial killers in relationship to the popular urban myths identified by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and explain which they believe hinders the investigation of serial murder.

The Forensic Psychology Diploma will then proceed to examine the criminal activity between the links of substance misuse and abuse within the community. There are fifteen modules, all of which will explore a different aspect of forensic psychology.

Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available when purchasing your Psychology Diploma, therefore registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you.

Modules

Module 1: Introducing Research Methods

Module 2: Introducing Basic Statistics

Module 3: Psychology and Violent Crime

Module 4: Serial Killers

Module 5: Crime and Substance Abuse

Module 6: Child Abuse

Module 7: The Evidence of Children

Module 8: Criminal Responsibility and Psychiatric Defences

Module 9: Mental Disorder as a Defence

Module 10: Eyewitness Testimony

Module 11: Psychology in a Correctional Setting

Module 12: Psychology and Police Selection, Recruitment and Training

Module 13: Police Stress

Module 14: The Decision to Assist

Module 15: The Research Proposal and the Research Project Report

Previous Knowledge

There is no previous learning knowledge or experience needed to enrol on to this programme. This makes our Forensic Psychology course easily accessible to anyone who would like to learn more about this subject area.

Assessment

Completion of the research based learning activities accompanying each module contributes 70% of the assessment for the award of the Forensic Psychology Diploma. The last module of the course requires the student to produce a research proposal based on activities carried out during the Forensic Psychology Diploma. The student will be required to plan, conduct and report on a research project of their choice. The report will be approximately 5,000 words, that is 15 x A4 typed pages of 1.5 spacing. This research will account for the final 30% assessment for the Forensic Psychology Diploma.

Awarding Organisation

This course has been accredited under NCFE IIQ Licence by NCC Resources Limited which has been approved as an NCFE Investing in Quality (IIQ) centre to give formal recognition to courses. At the end of this course successful learners will be awarded a certificate of achievement by NCFE. The training courses have been designed specifically to meet the needs of learners who prefer to study from home. The course measurable learning outcomes have been benchmarked at Level 3 (using Ofqual's Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF) level descriptors) to allow you to consider the depth of study, difficulty, and level of achievement involved.

Support

You will receive full personal tutor support by mail and email. Our student support team are also available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your Forensic Psychology Diploma. You can be assured that support is available for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies. You have the freedom to start the Forensic Psychology Diploma at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration.

course description

Course Description

Forensic Psychologists are concerned with the application of psychology to the criminal justice system, and with understanding the psychological processes related to criminal behaviour. They are sometimes known as ‘criminal psychologists’ or ‘investigative psychologists’. Forensic psychology is often perceived as concerning criminal investigation and profiling. While this is one aspect it is not the only one, forensic also relates to the assessment and treatment of criminal behaviour.

They are sometimes known as 'criminal psychologists' or 'investigative psychologists'. Forensic psychology is often perceived as concerning criminal investigation and profiling. While this is one aspect it is not the only one, forensic psychology also relates to the assessment and treatment of criminal behaviour. Forensic psychologists work not only with prisoners and offenders but also other professionals involved in the judicial and penal systems. In this Forensic Psychology Diploma we will adopt a research perspective to forensic psychology, beginning with a brief introduction to research methodologies followed by a very basic introduction to statistics for research.

Forensic psychologists work not only with prisoners and offenders but also other professions involved in the judicial and penal systems. In this Forensic Psychology Diploma we will adopt a research perspective to forensic psychology, beginning with a brief introduction to research methodologies followed by a very basic introduction to statistics for research.

The Forensic Psychology Diploma examines the psychology of violent crime and gives the student the opportunity to conduct their own research into the links between a particular mental disorder of their choice, and violent crime. Following on from this the Forensic Psychology Diploma makes a brief examination of serial murder and the different causal factors that have been put forward as contributing to the development of the serial killer.

The students is then invited to use their learning to date, together with their own research, to explore three serial killers and to produce a report of approximately five hundred words. Which examines the personas of the chosen serial killers in relationship to the popular urban myths identified by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and explain which they believe hinders the investigation of serial murder.

The Forensic Psychology Diploma will then proceed to examine the criminal activity between the links of substance misuse and abuse within the community. There are fifteen modules, all of which will explore a different aspect of forensic psychology.

Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available when purchasing your Psychology Diploma, therefore registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you.

previous knowledge required

Previous Knowledge

There is no previous learning knowledge or experience needed to enrol on to this programme. This makes our Forensic Psychology course easily accessible to anyone who would like to learn more about this subject area.

assessment

Assessment

Completion of the research based learning activities accompanying each module contributes 70% of the assessment for the award of the Forensic Psychology Diploma. The last module of the course requires the student to produce a research proposal based on activities carried out during the Forensic Psychology Diploma. The student will be required to plan, conduct and report on a research project of their choice. The report will be approximately 5,000 words, that is 15 x A4 typed pages of 1.5 spacing. This research will account for the final 30% assessment for the Forensic Psychology Diploma.

support

Support

You will receive full personal tutor support by mail and email. Our student support team are also available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your Forensic Psychology Diploma. You can be assured that support is available for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies. You have the freedom to start the Forensic Psychology Diploma at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration.

modules

Modules

Module 1: Introducing Research Methods

Module 2: Introducing Basic Statistics

Module 3: Psychology and Violent Crime

Module 4: Serial Killers

Module 5: Crime and Substance Abuse

Module 6: Child Abuse

Module 7: The Evidence of Children

Module 8: Criminal Responsibility and Psychiatric Defences

Module 9: Mental Disorder as a Defence

Module 10: Eyewitness Testimony

Module 11: Psychology in a Correctional Setting

Module 12: Psychology and Police Selection, Recruitment and Training

Module 13: Police Stress

Module 14: The Decision to Assist

Module 15: The Research Proposal and the Research Project Report

awarding organisation

Awarding Organisation

This course has been accredited under NCFE IIQ Licence by NCC Resources Limited which has been approved as an NCFE Investing in Quality (IIQ) centre to give formal recognition to courses. At the end of this course successful learners will be awarded a certificate of achievement by NCFE. The training courses have been designed specifically to meet the needs of learners who prefer to study from home. The course measurable learning outcomes have been benchmarked at Level 3 (using Ofqual's Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF) level descriptors) to allow you to consider the depth of study, difficulty, and level of achievement involved.

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Good course, good tutor, but not really challenging for me.

Personally I found this course rather easy and would have liked it to be more challenging. Also wish more theories were included. However I can see how this would be the perfect course for anybody with a busy schedule and who has no prior knowledge regarding forensic psychology; this course gives a good starting point to get into the field. The course gives the student a basis understanding of a variety of areas within forensic psychology.

I have to say the primary highlight of my course was the excellent feed back given by my tutor, Adam Ellis, who always provided me with such things as further points to look into at more depth to expand my learning.
As a whole though I have enjoyed my learning experience and will enroll in another course soon.

Would highly recommend NCC Home Learning

Even though I worked full time I managed to complete the modules on time .. I found it challenging at times but my interest and motivation for learning kept me inspired and I pushed myself to fully focus and indeed I reaped the rewards with a one hundred per cent feed back on every module .. the instructions and content were very easy to understand and there was always a tutor on hand if needed .. I would highly recommend NCC Home Learning .. so much so that I'm enrolling in another course in September and I will enjoy the next just as much.

By Karen Spencer on 17 May 2016

Dear Karen Spencer

"Many thanks for your kind words along with your 5 star review of NCC Home Learning. We are pleased that you have enjoyed your Forensic Psychology Diploma and that our team members have provided the support you needed. We fully understand the commitment required for studying against the balance of working and home life and we are pleased that you have succeeded in this area, Best wishes for the future and we look forward to welcoming you back to NCC Home Learning in September, please ensure that you ask for a returning learner discount.